Dark Quote by William Butler Yeats
“The intellect of man is forced to choose Perfection of the life, or of the work And if it take the second must refuse A heavenly mansion, raging in the dark.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Second Coming”, 1919
Contemplates a choice between perfect personal life or perfect work, suggesting the latter demands sacrifice of idealized comfort.
In simple terms: Choosing work over ideal life requires sacrifice.
Key Takeaway
Accept hard choices.
Themes
philosophy
choice
artistry
Mood
melancholic
thoughtful
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- artistic creation
- ethical dilemmas
- life planning
Key Concepts
existentialism
creative struggle
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “heavenly mansion” symbolize for you?
- Can perfection be achieved without sacrifice?
A Different Perspective
Idealized comfort may be unattainable.
